My Thoughts — The Quiet Shift
My Thoughts

Reflections & Insights

A space for honest writing on transitions, identity, leadership, and the quieter questions that matter most.

The Wardrobe You've Outgrown
June 2026

The Wardrobe You've Outgrown

While browsing through my wardrobe the other day, I realised a few things...

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A Reflection on Self-Worth
May 2026

A Reflection on Self-Worth

In my coaching practice, the topic of identity and self-worth often arises. Underneath all the striving and desire for achievement, success, recognition lies the question ‘Am I good enough?’ / Am I still good enough?’

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The Wolves We Feed
March 2026

The Wolves We Feed

There is a well-known Native American tale about a grandfather who wanted to teach his grandson about life.

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The In-Between
February 2026

The In-Between

Getting stuck in a lift is one of those dreaded moments that very quickly reminds me of how uncertainty can arise in the most mundane situations.

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On Spaciousness
January 2026

On Spaciousness

Watching the fireworks from an empty sandpit in Dubai, the word that kept circling through my mind as we stepped into 2026 was spaciousness.

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It's Better When We Are Together
December 2025

It's Better When We Are Together

My parents visited last month. Sitting around the kitchen table, after re-hashing through old stories and family jokes, we paused. A moment of silence that spoke volumes.

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The Beautiful Unravelling
November 2025

The Beautiful Unravelling

Imagine us standing at the edge of a river. A river you know well. It started as a small stream but over the years, the further it travelled, it gained momentum and became a mighty river.

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Steady Heart, Steady Mind
October 2025

Steady Heart, Steady Mind

We all strive to deepen our capacity for resilience. In this edition, I share my reflections on how bravery and courage shape resilience and how reconnecting with the heart can restore mental clarity, strength and presence in the most difficult moments.

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The Grace of Being Seen
September 2025

The Grace of Being Seen

"We want to acknowledge the strength it takes to advocate so powerfully on behalf of your son”. The person who wrote this may never truly realise the impact their words had on me.

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Welcome to the Quiet Shift
July 2025

Welcome to the Quiet Shift

In a world that is obsessed with urgency, speed, productivity and status, The Quiet Shift is a resource for those who want to lead, live and speak with calm conviction.

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The Pathless Path
August 2025

The Pathless Path

Over the summer, I came across a poem called ‘Lost’ by David Wagoner. It draws on indigenous North American wisdom about finding your way when lost in the wilderness.

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